Steam app 3625270 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:40 UTC
MateEngine is a lightweight desktop companion app with full custom VRM model support. Bring 3D anime-style characters to life on your screen with idle animations, drag and dance features, and low resource usage and open-source.
718 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
18 months, April 2025 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 438 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 280 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
MateEngine was released on 16 Apr, 2025.
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50 developer announcements, May 2025 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC
MateEngine 3.4XA little thing... i am still alive... so is MateEngine! it is still under developement... just slowed down... but here have some neat things until even bigger things will happen in future :)Changes:* Changed the walking Max…
SHINYMateEngine X3.3 Avatar Walking on Desktop (Experimental) We heard your feedback and worked on it. Avatars can now move freely on your desktop. When an avatar is idle, it can walk on its own to the left or right. If the avatar is not idle…
SHINYHello Silly Goobers!You may think, “Oh, there hasn’t been an update for a month.” Sometimes we humans need a vacation and a break from certain things in life, and that’s exactly what I did. The break is over, and I’ll soon be working on…
SHINYMateEngine X3.2 – Community UpdateThis update focuses on community suggestions and reported bugs.Timer Update (User Request #363) You can now add unlimited timers to MateEngine, perfect for reminders like your pizza timer. Open the Alarm…
SHINYMateEngine X3.1Screenshot Feature You can now take high-quality screenshots of your avatar directly from the MateEngine System Tray by clicking “Take Screenshot.” Images are saved with a transparent background, ideal for creating banners or…
SHINYMateEngine X3.0-1 PatchFixed an issue where the avatar could clip into the taskbar when moved sideways quickly before sitting.Fixed an issue where the avatar could clip into windows when moved sideways quickly before sitting.Fixed an issue…
Patch notesMATEENGINE X3.0First of all, thank you so much for using MateEngine, especially to everyone who purchased it and supports me as a solo developer.MateEngine has reached a new milestone. We’ve fixed many bugs and added three major features…
SHINYOh no! A zombie!Yes, you see that right — we’re bringing Minecraft into MateEngine! We’re developing both a Forge mod and a Fabric mod for Minecraft 1.21.X.This integration enables cross-interaction between MateEngine and Minecraft: Java…
SHINYImproved Taskbar and Window Sitting We are currently rewriting the sitting mechanics for taskbar and window sitting. This update will allow avatars to sit on windows and the taskbar in a more natural and visually appealing way. It uses…
SHINYMateEngine 2.7.0Fixes and Improvements:Fixed an issue where the avatar could be dragged beyond window edges, causing visual glitches.#268 The avatar no longer reacts to mouse movement when “Avatar Always in Front” is disabled.#288 Added a…
SHINYMateEngine 2.6.0-2 – Performance UpdateA new toggle called "Memory Optimization" has been added in the Debugging section (Open Settings and scroll down). When enabled, it reduces RAM usage by up to 60%. If you notice bugs, issues, or…
Patch notesMateEngine 2.6.0 – Modding UpdateUI UpdatesLanguages are now preloaded, removing visual glitches when opening the Settings MenuThe Settings Menu UI has been fully redesigned, with all settings organized into clear categories for easier…
SHINYModding UpdateAn update is coming in a few days that opens more modding in MateEngine. This post walks you through what is new and how you can join in. MateEngine was built for the community and I have been reading your wishes on Discord…
SHINYMateEngine 2.5.0-2 – The Finishing UpdatePerformance UpdateFixed an issue that caused slow boot times on the Steam version.Improved startup speed by up to 2×, allowing MateEngine to launch much faster.Added automatic mesh data optimization…
Patch notesMateEngine 2.5.0 – The Polishing UpdateMateEngine 2.5.0 focuses entirely on refinement and user experience. Countless small bugs, jitters, and inconsistencies have been removed to make the overall experience smoother, more stable, and…
SHINYMateEngine 2.4.8 - 8 Avatars At Once! + Dance Player / Sync ImprovementsFixes and Improvements:Fixed an issue where .ME Dance Mods were not synced across multiple instances.Fixed an issue where regular .ME Mods appeared in the Dance Player…
SHINYMateEngine 2.4.6Dance Player UpdatesAdded automatic MMD-to-VRM facial expression conversion for avatars without MMD Blendshapes. Models must include standard VRM Blendshapes; otherwise, no facial expressions will appear.Added the ability to…
SHINYMateEngine 2.4.4 - Patch 4Changes:Major performance boost when multiple mods are installedImproved performance when handling many chatbot messagesSlight performance gain for Dance PlayerReworked internal code for overall optimizationUpdated…
Patch notesMateEngine 2.4.3 – Patch 3Changes:Sliders now adapt their color to your selected Hue setting.The Settings menu can now be opened while the Dance Player is playing an MMD animation.You can now enter Big Screen Mode during MMD playback…
SHINYMateEngine 2.4.2 - Patch 2- Added Volume Slider to Dance Player- Mod List is now scrollable
Patch notesMateEngine 2.4.1 – Patch 1* Fixed memory overload issues with Mods and Dance Mods* Fixed face distortion caused by MMD blendshapes in the Dance Player* Songs now automatically play the next track when the current one finishes
Patch notesMateEngine 2.4.0 – Custom Dance & Husbando UpdateTwo major features are here: Custom Dances and Husbando Mode.Custom Dances (MMD-like) A new Circle Menu entry has been added. Open the menu and select Play to access the new Media Player…
SHINYMateEngine 2.2.5NewDragging Physics: Avatars now respond with realistic body motion when dragged. Moving the avatar in any direction causes slight counter-rotation and limb sway for more natural movement.Added a transition layer between…
SHINYMateEngine 2.2.4-2 – Debugging UpdateDebug MenuAdded a Debug Menu (open with F8) that displays nearly all internal parameters, including bools, ints, floats, and strings. Includes advanced developer options to modify internal AI behavior…
Patch notesMateEngine 2.2.0Huge AI UpdateSwitched from the local LLM "Qwen 3 4B" to "Llama 3.2 3B" by Meta Platforms Inc. We found that Llama 3.2 3B fits much better for casual conversation, and the previously known "Loop" text issue has been fully…
SHINYMateEngine 2.1.4**AI Changes**We implemented Semi-Markdown Text Support.These are the formats that are Supported- # Heading 1- ## Heading 2- ### Heading 3- **Bold**- *Italics*- ***Italics Bold***It does not support Code Blocks.- AI Streams…
SHINYMateEngine 2.1.2Avatar Settings Soft Reset The first time you start version 2.1.2, your last used avatar may not load automatically. This is because the system for saving and loading avatar settings has been updated. Simply select your…
SHINYMateEngine 2.1.0Why is this version 2.1.0 already and not 2.0.1? The reason is we updated the whole engine backend. We updated from Unity 6 to Unity 6.2, which is a major change to the engine that runs MateEngine.Event Based Messages When…
SHINYMateEngine 2.0.0Thank you so much for using MateEngine, whether it’s the free version on GitHub or the donated version on Steam. I’m so grateful to every single person who supports this little open source project.Version 2.0.0 is a really…
SHINYMateEngine 1.9.8New Features AnimationsAdded 2 new Sitting AnimationsAdded 2 new BigScreen AnimationsSystem Start OptionNew “Start with Windows” checkbox in the Options menuWhen enabled, the app will auto-launch on PC bootDefault: disabled…
SHINYMateEngine 1.9.6 PatchNewAdded clothing options for the official model Ayrina. You can now toggle certain accessories on and off.Added 4 new cute animations to Big Screen Mode for more dynamic and natural movement.FixesFixed an issue where…
Patch notesMateEngine 1.9.5NewNew Official Avatar: Ayrina A retro-arcade inspired avatar with vibrant glowing outlines in green, pink, and blue. Ayrina has a cute face, loves music, and makes the perfect companion for retro wallpapers—whether Arcade…
SHINYMateEngine 1.9.0 – Nightly UpdateWhat is a Nightly Update? A Nightly Update is a release with new features that are still being developed or need more user feedback before the final version.New:Added a "Show / Hide App in Taskbar" toggle to…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.9This update focuses on bugfixes and improvements.Alarm and Screensaver:Fixed an issue where "Pixel Speech" was muted without any reason.Fixed an issue where you could not change the volume of Pixel Speech on alarms. (Tip…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.8 – The Bi UpdateNew:System Tray IntegrationMateEngine now appears in the system tray.Quick Options in the System TrayAccess quick options directly from the tray, including:Enable DancingEnable Window SittingAnd…
SHINYThis update focuses on small tweaks and improvements for custom VRM and ME models.Window / Taskbar SittingYou might have noticed that some models could slightly "float" above or "sink" into the taskbar or windows due to their unique bone…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.6 — The Trans UpdateFixes / Improvements:Particle colors have been slightly adjusted.Particles are now smaller.Particles despawn faster (previously, they would "fly" for too long and sometimes outside of bounds. This should…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.5AI Changes:You can now use custom system prompts to give your AI its very own character! Before, you were forced to use "Zome" as your AI chat assistant, but this update changes that. To create a custom prompt, go…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.4 – Pride UpdateVersion 1.8.4 is all about colors! Personally, I’ve always been a big fan of lights, glow, and different colors. I noticed it sometimes looked out of place when I had a dark synthwave or generally dark…
SHINYhttps://i.imgur.com/xeHgAnr.gif MateEngine 1.8.3 Sneakpeak! Lighting Settings You’ll be able to change the color of the lighting, as well as adjust the minimum and maximum brightness. This is especially useful if you have a dark background…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.2 – Alarm Feature This update adds the much-requested Alarm Feature and includes various bug fixes and improvements. New: Alarm Feature * Set an alarm for any time using a simple dropdown (supports both 24h and 12h AM/PM…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.1 – Changelog UI Changes: * Fixed: Radial Menu icon colors now display correctly when using custom color themes. * Remove buttons in the Model menu are now always red, regardless of your color scheme. * Added a 3-second…
Patch notesMateEngine 1.8.0 NSFW Policy (Please Read!) + AI Update Changes to the AI: * We now use a newer version of Qwen 3 4B. * The AI will now save your chat history to remember your previous messages. * If you want to delete your chat history, go…
SHINYMateEngine 1.8.0 Major Menu and UI Changes * The AI Chat, Settings, and Clothes menus are now combined into a single Circle Menu. Right-click to open the Circle Menu and access all three features instead of using separate keybinds. * The…
SHINY* Changed how model deletion works: Manually added models will now only be removed from the list when pressing the **"Remove"** button, but the actual `.VRM` or `.ME` file will remain untouched. * Taskbar Sitting and Window Sitting now work…
Patch notesFixes: Model stuck when snapped to taskbar or window while sitting on Macaroon https://github.com/shinyflvre/Mate-Engine/issues/129#issuecomment-2866979676
Patch notesChangelog 1.7.8 Changes: * Added Taskbar Sitting: This feature activates when you enable the option "Window & Taskbar Sitting" in the options menu. Open the menu, scroll down, and toggle the setting to use it. * Updated Macaroon Activation…
SHINYHotfix: Font Size: - Japanese - Korean - Chinese Should now be readable again. Small Fix: - Scollbar works now in VRMMenu
Patch notesMateEngine 1.7.2-6 PATCH 6 Added a new slider: "Eye Blending" — you now have full control over mouse tracking! You can now individually adjust Head Blend, Spine Blend, and Eye Blending. This feature was added because some VRM/.ME models…
Patch notesMateEngine 1.7.2-4 PATCH 3 Missing languages for the Steam Workshop feature have been added: Russian Japanese Korean Chinese (Traditional) Spanish French German Japanese and Chinese Font size has been increase by x1.2
Patch notesWhat Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch MateEngine | MateEngineX.exe | any | ||
| Launch MateEngine Profile 1 | MateEngineX.exe | --savefile "settings_instance1.json" --datadir "Instance_1" | any | |
| Launch MateEngine Profile 2 | MateEngineX.exe | --savefile "settings_instance2.json" --datadir "Instance_2" | any |
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